In this session focused on DFC Coalitions in years 9 or 10 of their grant, participants will take time to focus on the important aspects of partnerships and how they can be leveraged to enhance effectiveness and position the coalition toward sustainability. A guided discussion will allow exploration of effective partnerships, along with investigating effective strategies in building long-lasting partnerships. Challenges often exist in building community collaboration, so time will be spent exploring these challenges, as well as identifying potential solutions to overcome them, all while focusing on the end goal of sustainability.
Objectives:
- Explore the importance of partnerships in sustaining effective programs and achieving outcomes
- Discuss elements of effective partnerships
- Investigate strategies for building partnerships
- Identify challenges and solutions
- Focus on sustainability
